Civil Engineering & Energy Management - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 1,226,000 - 1,657,000; Part time

Job summary

Sinclair Community College in Dayton, OH invites applications for Part-Time Adjunct Faculty in Civil Engineering & Energy Management. Adjunct instructors teach curriculum developed by the department across Architectural Technology and Civil Engineering Technology programs.

Starting pay is $1,046 per credit hour assigned. This position is open to residents of Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky or those able to work within these states.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the content area required; master’s degree preferred.
• If using Tested Experience, associate’s degree and 3 years field experience required.
• Evidence of prior teaching experience preferred.
• Commitment to improving student learning with innovative strategies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work in a culturally diverse college community.
• Experience with multimedia-based instruction and educational technology.

Responsibilities

• Teach curriculum developed by the department.
• Plan and organize instruction to maximize student learning.
• Prepare syllabi for all assigned sections.
• Employ appropriate teaching strategies and instructional technology when appropriate.
• Modify instructional methods to meet diverse student needs.
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote student success.
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promote learning.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Submit final grade rosters by established deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than the maximum of 12 credit hours per semester.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Educational technology

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in content area

Master's degree preferred

Associate’s degree ( Tested Experience )

Job description

Position Information

Job Title

Civil Engineering & Energy Management - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Location

Main Campus - Dayton, OH

Job Number

04856

Department

Architectural Technology

Job Category

Adjunct Faculty (Part-time)

Job Type

Part-Time

Status

Regular

Job Open Date

05/18/2026

Resume Review Date

Ongoing

Closing Date

08/31/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Position Summary

Sinclair’s Architectural Technology and CivilEngineering Technology programs offer a variety of coursework in architectural engineering, civil engineering, construction management, facilities maintenance and surveying technologies. Our state-of-the-art facilities and equipment give faculty the opportunity to teach hands‑on, practical experience in a students chosen area of study.

Salary

The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $1,046 per credit hour assigned to teach. For the full list of available courses to teach, please explore our coursecatalog.

Eligibility

This position is open only to applicants who reside in Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky, or who are able to perform work within one of these states. Sinclair Community College restricts part‑time employment to approved states due to employment, tax, and benefits compliance requirements.

Why work for Sinclair College?

• Tuition waiver for 3 credit hours per semester
• Structured opportunity for advancement and promotion
• Support for continued professional development and education
• STRS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution
• High quality programs and events for work‑life balance
• Faculty mentoring available to aid transition from professional work to a teaching role

*SCC has the right to revise this position description at anytime. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities

• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by the department
• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections in accordance with department and divisional policies
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, use available instructional technology when appropriate
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student’s needs
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote student success
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promote learning
• Maintain accurate records of student progress
• Submit final grade rosters according to established deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than the maximum of 12 credit hours per semester

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the content area required, master’s degree preferred; OR must meet the specific requirements associated with Tested Experience
• Tested Experience Requirements:
  • Minimum of an associate’s degree in the content area or related field required AND
  • Minimum of three years of experience working in the field or industry required
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience is preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the course and program level
• Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills with the capacity to work successfully in a culturally diverse college community
• Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educational technology, including multimedia-based instruction

Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.